Taxidermists in Camden County, North Carolina

Camden County sits right in the middle of some of the best waterfowl territory on the Atlantic Flyway. Whether you are hunting the marshy edges of the Pasquotank River or the open waters of the Albemarle Sound, you need a local professional who knows how to handle the plumage of coastal birds. The humidity in this part of North Carolina can be tough on mounts, making it important to choose a shop that uses proper preservation techniques for the region.

There is currently one specialized shop listed in Camden, situated near the heart of the county. Belcross Waterfowl Taxidermy provides services for hunters looking to preserve ducks and geese taken from local blinds. Having a specialist nearby means you can get your bird into the freezer or to the shop quickly after the hunt, ensuring the feathers remain in good condition for the final mount.

1 taxidermist in Camden County

Serving Camden.

Belcross Waterfowl Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Camden County

A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.

What to ask before you commit

What is your current turnaround time, in months?
Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?

What it usually costs

Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.

Timing matters

Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.